Postgraduate courses in Aerospace 2019-2020 Aerospace Vehicle Design MSc. Options in: Aircraft Design Avionics Systems Design Structural Design Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering MSc. Options in: Computer Aided Engineering Digital Signal and Image Processing Software Engineering for Technical Computing Thermal Power MSc. Options in: Aerospace Propulsion Gas Turbine Technology Power, Propulsion and the Environment Rotating Machinery, Engineering and Management Advanced Lightweight Structures and Impact MSc Aerospace Computational Engineering MSc Aerospace Dynamics MSc Aircraft Engineering MSc Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc Autonomous Vehicle Dynamics and Control MSc Computational Fluid Dynamics MSc Robotics MSc Pre-master s in Engineering
Cranfield University We are an exclusively postgraduate UK university with long-standing relationships with some of the most prestigious global companies. Our close collaboration with industry, and passion for the areas we operate in, will help your career. Exclusively postgraduate A research-focused professional community Over 70 million of external investment in new facilities over the past three years 81% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent Five-time winner of the Queen s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 A professional network of 60,000+ alumni of our graduates are employed or in further study within 6 months 96%(DLHE longitudinal 2017) 4,600+ learners As we are postgraduate only, we are not listed in league tables that help compare undergraduate universities, such as The Times World Rankings and The Complete University Guide. All the things I learned on the course were very useful for my career. The pace of assignments and workload was high but it really prepared me to face these issues in the professional world. The assignments we had were challenging but they make you think which really helps you to see the bigger picture and find innovative solutions. Carolina Olmedo Egea, Project Management Developing Engineer, Tata Technologies, (Computational Fluid Dynamics MSc 2017) 2
Reasons to study Aerospace with us 1 4 2 3 Aerospace Integration Research Centre Co-funded by Airbus, Rolls-Royce and the Higher Education Funding Council for England, this 35 million collaboration between industry and academia is developing the breakthrough solutions that will radically change the design of aircraft in the future. Specialist technical facilities In addition to our own airport, runway, wind tunnels and flight simulators, our newest facility, the 67m Digital Aviation Research and Technology Centre (DARTeC), will open in 2020. This will address the challenges and opportunities offered by digital aviation technology. From concept to flight Our industry-scale production and testing capabilities ensure that our ground-breaking, research-generated design concepts can be taken from the drawing board to the runway. 5 6 Global contribution Our work embraces the entire spectrum of aviation, combining academic excellence and strong industry focus. We work with 1,500 businesses and governments worldwide, including Airbus, AVIC, BAE Systems, Boeing and Rolls-Royce, directly contributing to the economic growth of the global aerospace sector. Centre of aerospace excellence We are the UK s top destination for aerospace engineering postgraduate students and the largest provider of accredited aerospace degree courses. Career development Our alumni go on to enjoy succesful careers in aerospace, space and associated industries. Many senior employees in aerospace organisations around the world have a connection to Cranfield, as former students, researchers or through one of our professional development programmes. 3
Course structure Our specialist, sector-facing master s courses are set up and developed in close collaboration with industry partners, ensuring the content of our courses remain industry-relevant and employers remain impressed with your business-readiness. This diagram illustrates the course structure of our full-time master s courses. Please check your course structure online for more detailed information, including the weight of each phase and part-time course structure variations. An intensive learning experience, providing the knowledge you need to excel in your specialist field. The ability to understand how your part of a project affects the whole, giving you a head start for the world of work. An opportunity to think and work in an original way. For example, this could be working on a project for a University partner, delving deeper into an area of specific interest or a real-world challenge in the sector you want to work in. Taught programme Group project Individual thesis 40% 20% 40% 80 credits / 800 hours 40 credits / 400 hours 80 credits / 800 hours 40% - 60% 80 credits / 800 hours Courses without group project 120 credits / 1200 hours Registration 200 credits 2000 hours Completion Intelligent Automation Laboratory Aerospace Autonomous Laboratory 4
Industry-sponsored group projects The group project provides you with invaluable experience of delivering a collaborative piece of work in a team environment. With the assistance of industry, group projects are designed to mimic typical working environments within the sector. The following courses include a group project: Advanced Lightweight Structures and Impact MSc, Aerospace Computational Engineering MSc, Aerospace Vehicle Design MSc, Aerospace Dynamics MSc, Aircraft Engineering MSc, Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc, Autonomous Vehicle Dynamics and Control MSc, Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering MSc, Robotics MSc. Example projects: Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc: Space mission design study is conducted in teams of 10-15 students. Projects have included: --Asteroid Sample Return, --Titan Exploration Mission, --European Data Relay Satellite System. Aerospace Vehicle Design MSc: The group design project progresses a novel aircraft design from the conceptual phase through to the preliminary and detail design phases where students are given responsibility for the detailed design of a significant part of the aircraft. Projects have included: --A-17 Zephyr The project investigated the possibilities for replacing the current generation single-aisle aircraft with an aircraft design that explores the challenges and benefits associated with the application of an electric propulsor mounted at the aft of the aircraft, allowing the wing-mounted engines to be downsized. My course prepared me to be an aircraft designer with good hands-on experience in design software, planning and budgeting. At Cranfield I have honed my teamwork and project management skills, which has enabled me to set up my own company. Anurag Anil Joshi, Co-founder and Director of INDrone Aero Systems, India. (Aerospace Vehicle Design - Aircraft Design MSc 2016) 5
Courses Cranfield University is at the forefront of the global aerospace technology industry and has provided world-class postgraduate education and training for 70 years. Together with our commercial arm, Cranfield Aerospace Solutions Ltd, we have the unique capability and approvals to design, build and fly innovative aircraft systems. The courses described in this brochure are a perfect illustration of the breadth and depth of our aerospace portfolio, providing you with skills and expertise valued around the world. Within a number of courses there are a range of options to suit individual interests. Modules typically form 40% of the course content, with the group and individual projects making up the other 60%. To keep our courses relevant and up-to-date, modules are subject to change. Please see the website for the latest information. Advanced Lightweight Structures and Impact Full-time only Accredited, see page 13 October intake only MSc This course provides specialist training in the design and analysis of advanced lightweight structures in aerospace, automotive, marine and renewable energy industries. Delivered with a unique focus on industry challenges, you will gain strong experimental, numerical and analytical skills in structural mechanics for both composite and metallic components. This will help you to practically apply your knowledge to solve real engineering problems. Compulsory modules Advanced Composite Analysis and Impact, Advanced Simulation for Impact, Crashworthiness, Finite Element Methods, Introduction to Continuum Mechanics, Materials Characterisation and Failure Simulations, Structural Stability, Thin-walled Structures. Aerospace Computational Engineering Full- or part-time September intake only MSc A new and unique course that blends skills-based and subject-specific material to provide you with practical skills and cutting-edge knowledge for a wide range of applications in aerospace computational engineering. Compulsory modules Analysis and Visualisation of Big Data System and High Performance Computing, C++ Programming, CAE Advanced Applications, Computational Methods, Modelling Approaches for Aerospace Application, Numerical Modelling for Steady and Unsteady Compressible Flows, Numerical Modelling for Steady and Unsteady Incompressible Flows, Validation and Verification for Aerospace Applications. 6
Aerospace Dynamics Full- or part-time Accredited, see page 13 October intake only MSc This course provides both fundamental and applied knowledge to understand airflows, vehicle dynamics and control and methods for computational modelling. It provides you with practical experience in the measurement, analysis, modelling and simulation of airflows and aerial vehicles. There are two specialist options available within the course: Aerodynamics - for those interested in flow physics, experimental aerodynamics, aerodynamic modelling and simulation and flow control techniques. Flight Dynamics - which covers aircraft stability, control, simulation and modelling. Compulsory modules (for both options) Flight Experimental Methods, Individual research project. Elective modules Aerospace Navigation and Sensors, Air Vehicle Modelling and Simulation, Applications of CFD, Compressible Flow, Control Systems, Experimental Aerodynamics, Flight Dynamics Principles, Flying Qualities and Flight Control, Fundamentals of Aircraft System Identification, Fundamentals of Rotorcraft Performance, Stability and Control, Introduction to Transonic Flow, Launch and Re-entry Aerodynamics, Modelling of Dynamic Systems, Multivariable Control Systems for Aerospace Applications, Principles of CFD, Supercritical Aerofoil Design, Technology for Sustainable Aviation, Viscous Flow. Volante Vision Concept - developed in partnership with Aston Martin, Cranfield Aerospace Solutions and Rolls-Royce 7
Aerospace Vehicle Design Full-time only Accredited, see page 13 October and March intakes This MSc focuses on the technical, business and management aspects of aircraft design and development. This world-leading programme will build your knowledge of the design of flying vehicles such as aircraft, missiles, airships and spacecraft. There are three specialist options available: MSc Aircraft Design a comprehensive overview of aircraft performance, structures and systems. Avionics Systems Design understand the design of avionic systems, analysis, development, test and airframe integration. Structural Design covers aircraft structures, airworthiness requirements, design standards, stress analysis, fatigue and fracture and fundamentals of aerodynamics and loading. Modules: 8 Aircraft Design Avionics Systems Design Structural Design Aeroelasticity Elective Aeronautical Communication Systems Aerospace Software Engineering and ADA Aerospace System Development and Life Cycle Model Elective Elective Avionics Air Traffic Control Aircraft Aerodynamics Elective Elective Elective Aircraft Performance Elective Aircraft Power Plant Installation Elective Elective Elective Aircraft Stability and Control Elective Avionics Data Networking, Hardware Integration and Testing Cockpit Environment Computer Aided Design (CAD) Elective Elective Elective Control Systems Design and Analysis of Composite Structures Design for Manufacture and Operation Elective Elective Design of Airframe Systems Elective Detail Stressing Elective Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics and Damage Tolerance Fault Tolerant Avionics Design Finite Element Analysis Elective Flight Experience Elective Inertial and Satellite Navigation Systems Initial Aircraft Design Elective Elective Integrated Navigation Systems Integrated Vehicle Health Management Elective Elective Landing Gear Design Elective Elective Elective Loading Actions Elective Modelling of Dynamic Systems Radio Systems Reliability, Safety Assessment and Certification Elective Elective Structural Dynamics Elective Elective Structural Stability Elective
Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering Full- or part-time September intake only MSc Engineering software development is one of the key areas in the European information technology sector. This course equips you with the hands-on skills and up-to-date knowledge adaptable to a wide variety of applications. You can specialise in: Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) - aims to provide the skills necessary to develop and use core CAE solution software in diverse industrial settings. Computer and Machine Vision - focuses on aerial and robotic vision-based systems and the theory and application of CMV algorithms. Software Engineering for Technical Computing - provides a unique insight into the development of computer applications across modern computing environments. Modules: Computer Aided Engineering Computer and Machine Vision Software Engineering for Technical Computing C++ Programming Computational Methods Management for Technology Computer Graphics Geometric Modelling and Design CAE Applications and PLM CAE Advanced Applications Advanced Engineering Analysis Computational Engineering (Fluids) Advanced Graphics Signal Analysis Digital Signal Processing Image Processing and Analysis Computer Vision Machine Learning Small-Scale Parallel Programming Cloud Computing High Performance Technical Computing Requirements Analysis and System Design Software Testing and Quality Assurance Advanced Java Boeing 737 used by students as a research and training tool 9
Aircraft Engineering Part-time only Accredited, see page 13 February intake only MSc/PgDip/PgCert This course is specifically designed for people working in engineering or technical management positions in the aerospace industry who wish to study for an accredited master's degree while they are in employment. This course will broaden your understanding of aircraft engineering and design subjects and provide you with a strong foundation for career development in technical, integration and leadership roles. Compulsory modules Initial Aerospace Vehicle Design, Tools for Integrated Product Development, Major Component Design and Manufacture, Manufacturing, Methodologies for Integrated Product Development. Elective modules Aircraft Loading Actions and Aeroelasticity, Aircraft Performance, Airframe Systems, Avionic System Design, Design Applications of Composite Aircraft Structures, Design, Durability and Integrity of Composite Aircraft Structures, Detail Stressing, Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics and Damage Tolerance, Finite Element Analysis, Flight Dynamics Principles, Introduction to Aircraft Structural Crashworthiness. Astronautics and Space Engineering Full- or part-time Accredited, see page 13 October intake only MSc The space sector contributes more than 13.7 billion per annum to the UK economy, and there is continual growth in space activity across the world. There is a continuing need for talented employees with a good understanding of spacecraft systems engineering, coupled with a broad range of technical skills. Suitable for engineering, physics or mathematics graduates, this course will prepare you for a wide variety of roles, from earth observation to planetary exploration and launch vehicles to spacecraft operations. Compulsory modules Astrodynamics and Mission Analysis, Space Communications, Space Systems Engineering, Space Propulsion. Elective modules Advanced Topics in Astrodynamics and Trajectory Design, Aerospace Navigation and Sensors, Control Systems, Design and Analysis of Composite Structures, Finite Element Analysis, Multivariable Control Systems for Aerospace Applications, Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics and Control. Artists impression of the Digital Aviation Research and Technology Centre 10
Autonomous Vehicle Dynamics and Control Full- or part-time October intake only MSc/PgDip/PgCert The global market for aerial, ground, and marine autonomous vehicles has grown rapidly due to the advent of drones and driverless cars. The Autonomous Vehicle Dynamics and Control MSc is a unique course for engineering, physics, or mathematics graduates. You will gain lasting and transferable skills in key aspects of autonomy to differentiate yourself in today s competitive market. Career opportunities include the defence, aerospace, automotive, and marine industries. Compulsory modules Artificial Intelligence for Autonomous Systems, Sensor Fusion, Autonomous Vehicle Control Systems, UAS Flight Control Systems, Guidance and Navigation for UAS, UAS Flight Dynamics, Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), UAS Modelling and Simulation. Computational Fluid Dynamics Full- or part-time Accredited, see page 13 October intake only MSc/PgDip/PgCert This programme enables students to understand, write and apply computational fluid dynamics (CFD) across a broad range of fields, from aerospace, turbomachinery, multi-phase flow and heat transfer, to microflows, environmental flows and fluid-structure interaction problems. You can tailor your course by choosing from a range of specialist elective modules covering application-specific methods and techniques. Compulsory modules Data Analysis and Uncertainty, Grid Generation / Computer Aided Design, Introduction to Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer, Numerical Methods and High Performance Computing, Numerical Modelling for Compressible Flows, Numerical Modelling for Incompressible Flows, The Role of Experimental Data in CFD, Turbulence Modelling. Elective modules CFD for Aerospace Applications, CFD for Automotive Flows, CFD for Environmental Flows, CFD for Fluid-Structure Interaction, CFD for Micro and Nano Flows, CFD for Multiphase Flows and Combustion, CFD for Rotating Wings. Pre-master s in Engineering Full-time only October intake only This programme provides an ideal route into an MSc in engineering. This intensive full-time course is delivered through a combination of taught modules (lectures, practical laboratory sessions, assignment) and an individual research project which covers most aspects of engineering principles as they relate to different fields of engineering including aerospace, automotive, offshore, and energy sectors. Compulsory modules Academic English Language, Aeronautical Engineering, An Introduction to Engineering Materials and Failure Analysis, Basic Aerodynamics, Computing Aided Design (CATIA), Computing Course, Engineering Stress Analysis, Mathematics I and II, Mechanical Design, Propulsion and Power, Research Methods, Thermofluids. 11
Robotics Full-time only October intake only MSc As the demand for robotics is increasing, this course has been developed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a robotics engineer. It is unique in its focus on human aspects supported by practical applications. This course is suitable for those with basic engineering mathematics knowledge and computer programming skills. Compulsory modules Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Robotics, Autonomy in Robotic Systems, Fundamentals of Robotics, Human-Robot Interaction, Machine Vision for Robotics, Programming Methods for Robotics, Psychology, Ethics and Standards, Robotics Control. Thermal Power Full-time only Accredited, see page 13 October and March intakes MSc This course provides the skills required for a challenging career in the field of propulsion and power, where our graduates are making a vast contribution to the international gas turbine industry. You will gain fundamental and applied knowledge on the design, operation and maintenance of gas turbine engines for air, sea and land applications. The four options address different requirements and market sectors. The MSc consists of 50% project work which benefits from the extensive research and development activities within the Propulsion Engineering Centre. Projects have been carried out alongside Rolls-Royce, BP, Shell, easyjet, ITP Aero, Lufthansa Technik, Clean Sky, Royal Military of Canada, the Aerospace Engineering Corporation of China (AVIC) and many other key organisations. The available options are: Aerospace Propulsion for those seeking a career in the design, development, operation and maintenance of propulsion systems. Gas Turbine Technology examines the increasing application in power generation, oil and gas pumping, chemical processing and power plants for ships and other large vehicles. Power, Propulsion and the Environment - for those seeking a challenging and rewarding career in a growing international industry. Rotating Machinery, Engineering and Management focuses on the operation of rotating machinery for aeronautical, marine and industry applications. Modules: Aerospace Propulsion Gas Turbine Technology Power, Propulsion and the Environment Rotating Machinery, Engineering and Management Combustors Engine Systems Gas Turbine Performance Simulation and Diagnostics Turbomachinery and Blade Cooling Mechanical Design of Turbomachinery Elective Management for Technology Computational Fluid Dynamics for Gas Turbines Elective Elective Elective Elective Propulsion Systems Performance and Integration Elective Elective Elective Fatigue and Fracture Elective Elective Elective Elective Gas Turbine Operations and Rotating Machines Elective Elective Jet Engine Control Elective Elective Elective 12
Key facts and statistics Course information Full-time One year Part-time Up to three years See the course page for more information about part-time study. Start date Various (February, March, September or October) MSc/PgDip/PgCert Not all courses offer all awards, see course information for details of awards offered. Fees Please see the individual course pages on our website for full fee information and full-time or parttime options. Terms and conditions apply. See www.cranfield.ac.uk/fee-information Cohort profile * Geographic spread 15% UK 57% EU 28% Rest of world Average cohort age 20-30 years Average cohort size 20-40 14% Female 86% Male *These figures give an indication of the course make-up at registration across our Aerospace programme for the entry year 2017-2018. Accreditations The MSc awards of the courses marked as accredited in this brochure are accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), except the Aerospace Dynamics MSc and Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc which are only accredited by the RAeS. 13
Industry links Cranfield has unrivalled links with industry. Our students benefit from our extensive contacts and track record of close collaboration with government and the aerospace sector. These links include industrial advisory panels and project sponsors. Industrial advisory panel Our courses are reviewed each year by a panel of industry experts to ensure that students graduate from Cranfield with the appropriate knowledge and skills to become future leaders in the industry. Some of the companies represented on our Aerospace courses industrial advisory panel include: Project sponsors The group and individual projects that you will take as part of your course are often run in collaboration with our industrial partners. More information about group projects can be seen on page 5 and some of our partners are shown on the back cover of this brochure. Airbus has been working with Cranfield for a number of years, evidenced by a research chair, which was established in 2010. This has led to work on robotic assembly of our wings. We look to find expertise where we can acquire the best in the world and essentially we see some of that here in Cranfield. Mark Howard, Head of Research and Technology Business Development and Partnerships, Airbus UK 14
Careers Our multi-disciplinary approach, marrying aeronautical engineering, materials and manufacturing excellence with aviation business processes, practices and management, gives our graduates notable breadth and depth of expertise. It is this combination of technical excellence and real-world business and commercial appreciation that gives our people a unique Made in Cranfield identity - and value in the marketplace. Graduates go on to forge careers in the aerospace, energy, automotive and defence sectors and with some of the world s most respected blue chip organisations including: Roles: Aerospace Engineer, Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer, Consultant Engineer, Design Engineer, Flight Test Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Performance Engineer, Project Manager, Research and Development Engineer, Senior Systems Engineer, Stress Engineer, Structural Integrity Engineer, Systems Engineer, Turbine Designer. Organisations: Airbus, Alstom, Altran, Avanti Communications, BAE Systems, Dassult Aviation, General Electric Messier-Bugati Dowty, PETRONAS, Quest Global Engineering, Rolls-Royce, Safran, Siemens. Large 1,500m 2 lab space in the Aerospace Integration Research Centre (AIRC) National Flying Laboratory Centre (NFLC) operates aircraft such as this Jetstream 31 from Cranfield Airport 15
Academic staff You will be taught by a wide range of subject specialists from the University and industry professionals who draw on their research and industrial expertise to provide stimulating and relevant input to your learning experience. Professor Kevin Garry, Head of Applied Aerodynamics Group Kevin is the Head of the Applied Aerodynamics Group at the Cranfield Centre for Aeronautics. His specific areas of expertise include instrumentation and sensors, motorsport and vehicle aerodynamics. His current research focus is on ground vehicle aerodynamics, drag reduction and improved fuel economy in passenger cars and HGVs. Dr Karl Jenkins, Associate Professor of Computational Engineering Karl is Head of the Centre for Computational Engineering Sciences and is the Programme Director for the master's in Aerospace Computational Engineering, Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering and Computational Fluid Dynamics. He leads research activity in Computational Engineering with particular expertise in high-fidelity simulations and modelling. He contributes to the UK Consortium on Turbulent Reacting Flows (UKCTRF) and has won the Gaydon prize in 2004. Dr Jennifer Kingston, Course Director, Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc In 2011-12 Jenny was heavily involved in the production and test of a payload for TechDemoSat-1.Prior to joining Cranfield in 2003 she spent 15 months working for the European Space Agency as part of the team that built and launched a technology demonstration satellite, TEAMSAT on Ariane 502. Professor Pericles Pilidis, Head of Propulsion Engineering Pericles has had a long and distinguished career at Cranfield stretching back 30 years. He is Head of Propulsion Engineering and Course Director of the Thermal Power MSc. He has organised and contributed to many international teaching and applied research programmes in the power, gas, oil and aviation industries and is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society. Professor Antonios Tsourdos, Head of the Autonomous and Cyber-Physical Systems Centre Antonios was appointed Head of the Autonomous Systems Group at Cranfield in 2007, Professor of Autonomous Systems in 2009 and Director of Research 2015. He leads the research on autonomous systems and has diverse expertise in both unmanned and autonomous vehicles as well as complex systems. 16
Financing your studies Paying for a course at university and the associated living costs is a serious investment - sometimes a combination of sources such as bursaries or scholarships, savings or loans is the best option. There is more information on our website: www.cranfield.ac.uk/funding How to apply Read more about our entry requirements and how to apply online on our website. www.cranfield.ac.uk/apply 17
Life at Cranfield If you are thinking of coming to Cranfield I would definitely recommend you join the clubs and societies. I was heavily involved in the rugby club. What I love the most about Cranfield is the international atmosphere, the friends you make, and of course the studying. Jeffrey Lee, Materials and Process Engineer, Airbus Defence and Space (Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc 2016) 18
A welcoming, professional campus community Located just over an hour from London in the English countryside, Cranfield s campus environment supports close, working relationships between our multinational postgraduate students and academic and industry experts. Shrivenham Swindon Major train line www.cranfield.ac.uk/visit Oxford Bedford Milton Keynes Heathrow Luton Gatwick Cranfield LONDON Cambridge Stansted Take a virtual tour of our Shrivenham and Cranfield sites to see inside some of our facilities: virtualtour.cranfield.ac.uk 19
Cranfield University works with over 1,500 businesses and governments based in over 40 countries These organisations include: Cranfield University Cranfield MK43 0AL, UK T: +44 (0)1234 758083 E: studyaerospace@cranfield.ac.uk www.cranfield.ac.uk/aerospace @cranfielduni @cranfielduni /cranfielduni Cranfield University cranfielduni For a full list of Cranfield University courses, please see the prospectus. Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct at the time it is printed. Please check our website for the latest information. SATM-A-September 2018.